Cheesy Street Grill Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)
Cheesy Street Grill is a fast-casual franchise offering grilled cheese sandwiches, comfort foods, and quick-service menu options, serving lunch and dinner diners, and known for inventive cheese creations, approachable pricing, and brand personality.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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2
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0%
0%
Franchise fee
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$35,000
Investment
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$267,000 - $426,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$0
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n.a.
n.a.
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Cheesy Street Grill is a fast-casual franchise concept that specializes in gourmet grilled-cheese sandwiches and comfort foods. The brand began in 2014 as a food truck in Connecticut, expanding in 2016 to open two brick-and-mortar locations in Massachusetts service plazas.
The franchisor, Cheesy Street Grill Franchising, LLC, was legally formed in Massachusetts in 2019 and is headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts. The franchise offers several formats, including sit-down or kiosk restaurants, food trucks or trailers, pop-ups, and an optional beer and wine add-on.
The menu features grilled-cheese sandwiches with creative flavor combinations, mac and cheese, soups, loaded tater tots, and classic comfort sides. Cheesy Street Grill stands out by using high-quality, fresh ingredients and offering flexible franchise models designed to reduce startup costs and staffing needs.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Cheesy Street Grill franchise is $267,000 - $426,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$35,000
Rent
$10,500 - $30,000
Optional: Storage Unit Rent
$0 - $600
Optional: Lease Security Deposit
$0 - $10,000
Utility Deposits
$100 - $500
Utilities
$3,000 Minimum
Leasehold Improvements
$30,000 - $84,000
Architectural Plans
$1,200 - $7,500
Licenses and Permits
$350 - $1,000
Industry-Specific Licenses and/or Certifications
$150 - $500
Membership Renewal Costs for Associations
$200 - $1,000
Computer and Technical Equipment
$3,500 - $6,500
Micro-Site and Initial Setup of Database
$1,500
Micro-Site Monthly Hosting Fee
$45
Technology Fee
$150 - $300
Online Bookkeeping System
$195 minimum
POS Software Subscription
$525 - $825
Internet Security & Backup
$127 - $558
Telecommunication Service and Equipment
$1,515 - $2,455
Security System and Equipment
$200 - $2,900
Security Monitoring
$150 minimum
Furniture, Fixtures, and Large Kitchen Equipment
$60,000 - $72,000
Small Kitchen Equipment/Wares
$2,000 - $6,000
Office Equipment and Supplies
$500 - $1,000
Opening Non-Food Inventory and Supplies
$5,000 - $7,000
Food Costs
$49,500 - $60,000
Signage (Interior & Exterior)
$19,900 - $24,900
Uniforms
$400 - $1,500
Sanitation/Recycling and Related Services
$1,590 - $2,090
Grand Opening Marketing
$5,000 minimum
Training Expenses (for two people)
$2,400 - $3,400
Business and Auto Insurance
$1,000 - $2,000
Delivery and Shipping
$3,250 - $8,500
Additional Funds
$28,033 - $43,921
Total Estimated Initial Investment
$266,980 - $425,839
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$35,000
Rent
$10,500 - $30,000
Optional: Storage Unit Rent
$0 - $600
Optional: Lease Security Deposit
$0 - $10,000
Utility Deposits
$100 - $500
Utilities
$3,000 Minimum
Leasehold Improvements
$30,000 - $84,000
Architectural Plans
$1,200 - $7,500
Licenses and Permits
$350 - $1,000
Industry-Specific Licenses and/or Certifications
$150 - $500
Membership Renewal Costs for Associations
$200 - $1,000
Computer and Technical Equipment
$3,500 - $6,500
Micro-Site and Initial Setup of Database
$1,500
Micro-Site Monthly Hosting Fee
$45
Technology Fee
$150 - $300
Online Bookkeeping System
$195 minimum
POS Software Subscription
$525 - $825
Internet Security & Backup
$127 - $558
Telecommunication Service and Equipment
$1,515 - $2,455
Security System and Equipment
$200 - $2,900
Security Monitoring
$150 minimum
Furniture, Fixtures, and Large Kitchen Equipment
$60,000 - $72,000
Small Kitchen Equipment/Wares
$2,000 - $6,000
Office Equipment and Supplies
$500 - $1,000
Opening Non-Food Inventory and Supplies
$5,000 - $7,000
Food Costs
$49,500 - $60,000
Signage (Interior & Exterior)
$19,900 - $24,900
Uniforms
$400 - $1,500
Sanitation/Recycling and Related Services
$1,590 - $2,090
Grand Opening Marketing
$5,000 minimum
Training Expenses (for two people)
$2,400 - $3,400
Business and Auto Insurance
$1,000 - $2,000
Delivery and Shipping
$3,250 - $8,500
Additional Funds
$28,033 - $43,921
Total Estimated Initial Investment
$266,980 - $425,839
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Cheesy Street Grill's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Cheesy Street Grill had 4 total units in 2025, of which 2 were franchised-owned and 2 company-owned.
Cheesy Street Grill provides a detailed training program designed to prepare franchisees to effectively operate either a restaurant or a mobile food unit. The training covers essential operational and administrative skills. Here are the main training components:
Initial Training Requirement Franchisees must complete a formal training program prior to opening their Cheesy Street Grill location. The program is designed for two individuals and includes both classroom and on-the-job instruction to cover day-to-day restaurant operations, food preparation, customer service, and administrative duties.
Training Location and Duration The training is conducted at a designated facility, typically before the business opens. It spans multiple days and provides hands-on experience to ensure franchisees are equipped to meet company standards.
Training Costs Franchisees are responsible for all travel, lodging, and meal expenses related to training. The estimated out-of-pocket costs for two people range between $2,400 and $3,400. This cost does not include any fees payable directly to the franchisor for the training itself.
Territory Protection
Cheesy Street Grill does not offer exclusive territorial protection to its franchisees. Franchisees are granted the right to operate a restaurant or mobile unit at a specific approved location, but the franchisor retains full discretion to establish additional franchises or company-owned units in nearby or overlapping areas.
This means a franchisee may face direct competition from other Cheesy Street Grill outlets.
The franchisor also does not limit itself geographically in terms of branding, marketing, or supply distribution. Franchisees are expected to comply with system standards and source products only from approved suppliers, but these regulations are not tied to exclusive territorial rights.
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